Types of Financial Aid

Financial aid is designed to assist students in paying for the cost of education. It is a student’s responsibility to cover the cost of attendance at UW Oshkosh; however, the Financial Aid Office offers a variety of assistance sources to help students meet their financial needs.

The federal work-study program finances jobs for undergraduate and graduate students with financial need, allowing them to earn money to help pay educational expenses.

Need-based aid eligibility

Financial
aid awards are determined using the Expected Family Contribution (EFC)
calculated on the FAFSA and the estimated UW Oshkosh cost of attendance.
Need-based financial aid is available to families who demonstrate a
need to help pay college costs. Need-based aid is determined by: